Massey Ferguson 1230

The Massey Ferguson 1230 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 87.2 ci 1.4 L engine. The rated power output is 25 hp 18.6 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 1719 to 1962 pounds.

Overview

	1993 - 2002 1200 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
1993 - 2002
1200 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built

1993 - 2002
1200 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built

Production
Distributor	Massey Ferguson
Manufacturer	Iseki
Compact Utility tractor
Built in Japan
Original price was $14,000 in 1999
The Massey Ferguson 1230 is similar to the Iseki model TF325.

Variants
TF223	similar Iseki model

Massey Ferguson 1230 Engine
Iseki 1.4L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 1230 Power
Engine (gross)	27 hp 20.1 kW
Engine (net)	25 hp 18.6 kW
Gear PTO (claimed)	21.5 hp 16.0 kW
Hydro PTO (claimed)	20 hp 14.9 kW

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives	spur gear
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Steering	manual
	power assist *Power steering standard with 2WD, optional with 4WD.
Mechanical wet disc brakes
Two-post folding ROPS.

Capacity
Fuel	6 gal 22.7 L
Hydraulic system	3.2 gal 12.1 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	3.2 gal 12.1 L
Pressure	2130 psi 146.9 bar
Valves	1 or 2
Pump flow	6 gpm 22.7 lpm
Total flow	8.5 gpm 32.2 lpm
Steering flow	2.5 gpm 9.5 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I
Control	position control
Rear lift (at ends)	1984 lbs 899 kg
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	1323 lbs 600 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live
Clutch	two-stage dry disc
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@2327
Mid PTO	live
Mid PTO Type	2000
Engine RPM	2000@2500

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	64.6 inches 164 cm
Weight	1719 to 1962 pounds
Front tire	5.00-15
2WD Rear tire	12.4-16
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	40
Battery CCA	582
Battery volts	12

References
MF Loaders for Compact & Agricultural Tractors published in 2003, by Massey Ferguson
MF 1200 Series Tractors published in 1993, by Massey Ferguson
MF 1200 Series published in 1997, by Massey Ferguson
MF 1210/1220/1230 Training Manual (1449259M23768270M1) published in 1992
MF 1230-2/4 compact tractor published by Massey Ferguson

Engine

	1993 - 2002 1200 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
1993 - 2002
1200 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built

1993 - 2002
1200 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built

Engine Detail — 87.2 ci / 1.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Iseki E3CE
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement	87.2 ci 1.4 L
Bore/Stroke	3.346x3.307 inches 85 x 84 mm
Power (net)	25 hp 18.6 kW
Power (gross)	27 hp 20.1 kW
Fuel system	indirect injection
Air cleaner	dry
Pre-heating	glow plugs
Compression	21.5:1
Rated RPM	2500
Idle RPM	950-2750
Torque	58.6 lb-ft 79.5 Nm
Torque RPM	1800
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	4.2 qts 4.0 L
Coolant capacity	7.5 qts 7.1 L

Transmission

	1993 - 2002 1200 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
1993 - 2002
1200 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built

1993 - 2002
1200 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built

Transmission options
9-speed gear
hydrostatic
12-speed creeper

Transmission — 9 forward and 3 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	9 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch	215mm dry disc
Oil capacity	12.7 qts 12.0 L
Three gears, plus reverse, in three ranges. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gear or range.
With 12.4-16 rear tires.

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (3-range) hydrostatic

Type	hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
With 12.4-16 rear tires.

Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse creeper

Type	creeper
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	215mm dry disc
Oil capacity	12.7 qts 12.0 L
Optional additional creeper range for the standard 9-speed transmission.
With 12.4-16 rear tires.

Dimensions

	1993 - 2002 1200 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
1993 - 2002
1200 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built

1993 - 2002
1200 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built

Massey Ferguson 1230 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 12.4-16
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 6.00-14. Rear: 12.4-16
Lawn/turf front	24x8.50-12
Lawn/turf rear	315x80D-16

Dimensions
Wheelbase	64.6 inches 164 cm
Length	116.5 inches 295 cm
Width	55.5 inches*Minimum width. 140 cm
Height (ROPS)	79.1 inches 200 cm
Height (Folded ROPS)	62.6 inches 159 cm
Ground clearance	12 inches 30 cm
2WD Front tread	35.9 to 39.9 inches 91 to 101 cm
4WD Front tread	37.8 inches 96 cm
Rear tread	43.1 inches 109 cm

Massey Ferguson 1230 Weight
2WD Gear Shipping	1719 lbs 779 kg
2WD Hydro Shipping	1786 lbs 810 kg
4WD Gear Shipping	1896 lbs 860 kg
4WD Hydro Shipping	1962 lbs 889 kg
2WD Max capacity	3750 lbs 1701 kg
4WD Max capacity	4136 lbs 1876 kg

Attachments

	1993 - 2002 1200 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorIseki built
1993 - 2002
1200 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built

1993 - 2002
1200 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Iseki built

Attachment overview
60" mid-mount mower deck
72" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
Front-end loader

Photos

Massey Ferguson 1230, right side.

Massey Ferguson 1230, left side.

Massey Ferguson 1230 with dismounted model 1244 loader.